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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-28-19, 01:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,225
Posted By 2skies

I had one of the X1 Comp Low Entry models but...

I had one of the X1 Comp Low Entry models but ended up returning it after just three days. There were way too many quality issues with it that I didn't quite like:


The suspension seatpost...
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-25-19, 08:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 681
Posted By 2skies

'20 Fathom 2 (HT) or '20 Stance 2 (FS)

Looking to pick up my first (and only) bike, mainly for riding singletrack, rail trails, and just easy pavement/city routes with the wife along the rivers. There’s not a lot of super technical stuff...
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-23-19, 07:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 959
Posted By 2skies

How will I know if I can fit 29" wheels? Can I...

How will I know if I can fit 29" wheels? Can I even do that on my bike? (2020 Giant Fathom 2)
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-22-19, 08:53 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,811
Posted By 2skies

I like the idea of clipless, but I'm not that...

I like the idea of clipless, but I'm not that good enough rider yet to warrant them. I don't want to develop bad habits (ie clip-hopping) and I figure I'll know when I need to consider them. Right...
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-22-19, 04:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 959
Posted By 2skies

Oh yeah, I totally know folks do it, I just...

Oh yeah, I totally know folks do it, I just didn't know if a 30mm rim that has a 2.6 width tire from the factory could support a 2.0 tire.
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-22-19, 03:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 959
Posted By 2skies

Ideally, I'd love to build my stable. For this...

Ideally, I'd love to build my stable. For this season though, I'm gonna have to swap tires ;)
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-22-19, 12:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 959
Posted By 2skies

Using narrower tires from a 27.5 x 2.6" factory setup?

I'm not sure if the 30mm wheels on my 2020 Giant Fathom can support narrower tires, but I'd love to have two tire sets: one for singletrack (the 2.6s that come on it), and one for city/rail trail...
Forum: Introductions
10-22-19, 12:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 488
Posted By 2skies

I have not, but I work super close to there!

I have not, but I work super close to there!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-17-19, 10:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,912
Posted By 2skies

I recently picked up a Specialized Roll Comp X1...

I recently picked up a Specialized Roll Comp X1 and it’s perfect for what you’ve described. Best bang for your buck I think with the 1x10 Deore setup and the smooooooth and simple ride.

You’ll...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-17-19, 10:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,474
Posted By 2skies

I was in the same boat this last week and...

I was in the same boat this last week and depending on your off-road needs, you can go with a quality rigid form and let your lowered pressure tires and proper riding technique do the work of...
Forum: Introductions
10-17-19, 10:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 488
Posted By 2skies

Newcomer from the City of Champions (PGH)

...and the city where fries and cole slaw go on your sandwich. Lots of lovely trails here in western PA. Hitting the 24mi rail trail tomorrow.

I currently ride a '20 Giant Fathom 2 with some...
Forum: Introductions
10-17-19, 10:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 700
Posted By 2skies

Y’all can keep Lord Stanley cozy...for now. ;)

Y’all can keep Lord Stanley cozy...for now. ;)
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-17-19, 09:23 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 671
Posted By 2skies

Talking Low-Step hybrid modifications

What modifications have you done or like to see on low-step hybrids like the Specialized Roll? I've recently taking a shining to this platform with purchasing a Roll Comp X1 (1x10 Deore, Hydraulic...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-16-19, 06:36 PM
Replies: 252
Views: 166,887
Posted By 2skies

Thank you for reaching out! Is there a fork out...

Thank you for reaching out! Is there a fork out there that might work better than the XCR 32 LO? We ride a lot of uneven terrain and I'd like to have something to smooth it all out instead of relying...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-16-19, 06:01 PM
Replies: 252
Views: 166,887
Posted By 2skies

City of Champi-yinz, eh? :) We've got a lovely...

City of Champi-yinz, eh? :) We've got a lovely rail trail! I can't wait to get my Roll in hopefully next week and take it out as well!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-16-19, 05:55 PM
Replies: 252
Views: 166,887
Posted By 2skies

I just ordered myself a Roll Comp X1 today and...

I just ordered myself a Roll Comp X1 today and intend on building it up as a "backwoods comfort" bike to cruise the wooded trails and rails-to-trails routes with my wife and dog. The only thing I'm...
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